Reviewed by: Devyani Kharbanda
Written by: Aquib Nawab
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Home Solutions
Refrigerating tomatoes halts ripening, leading to mealy texture and reduced flavor. Cold temperatures break down cell walls, making them less juicy. For the best taste, store tomatoes at room temperature.
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Refrigerating onions can cause mold growth and flavor absorption from other foods. The fridge's humidity isn't ideal. Keep onions in a cool, dry place with good air circulation to maintain their crispness and flavor.
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Cold temperatures turn potato starch into sugar, resulting in an undesirably sweet and gritty texture. Avoid refrigerating; instead, store potatoes in a dark, cool pantry to maintain their taste and texture.
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Refrigeration makes garlic rubbery and prone to sprouting. The cold, moist fridge environment isn't suitable. Store garlic in a cool, dry place with good air circulation to preserve its potency and prevent mold.
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Refrigeration accelerates the staling process, causing bread to go stale faster due to starch recrystallization. Store bread in a cool, dry place or freeze it for long-term storage to maintain freshness.
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Refrigerating honey causes crystallization, altering its texture and making it difficult to pour. Honey is naturally antimicrobial and can be stored at room temperature indefinitely without spoiling.
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Refrigerating coffee leads to odor absorption and moisture degradation, affecting flavor. Instead, store coffee beans or grounds in an airtight container in a cool, dark pantry for optimal freshness.
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Basil wilts quickly in the fridge and absorbs odors. Instead, treat fresh basil like cut flowers: trim the stems and place them in a glass of water at room temperature to keep them fresh and flavorful.
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Refrigerating unripe avocados halts ripening, leading to hard, flavorless fruit. Let avocados ripen on the counter, and refrigerate only when ripe to extend their shelf life if needed.
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Refrigeration causes olive oil to become cloudy and solidify, making it hard to pour. Store olive oil in a cool, dark place away from heat sources to maintain its flavor and consistency.
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